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American Cyanamid principles

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American Cyanamid principles

Guidelines set out in the case of American Cyanamid Co (No 1) v Ethicon Ltd [1975] UKHL 1 (05 February 1975) to establish whether an applicant has an adequate case for the granting of an interim injunction. The guidelines consider:
  • Is there a serious issue to be tried?
  • If so, what is the balance of convenience?
For further guidance, see Practice note, Injunctions: an overview.
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